²⁸ Now when Jesus had finished saying these words, the crowds were astounded at his teaching,^(A)

²² For there is nothing hidden, except to be disclosed; nor is anything secret, except to come to light.^(A)

³² yet when it is sown it grows up and becomes the greatest of all shrubs and puts forth large branches, so that the birds of the air can make nests in its shade.”

¹⁵ The Jews were astonished at it, saying, “How does this man have such learning, when he has never been taught?”^(A)

⁴⁶ The police answered, “Never has anyone spoken like this!”